The kilonewton-meter (kN·m) equals 1,000 newton-meters, used in civil and structural engineering for large-scale torque specifications on bridges, cranes, and heavy industrial equipment. Foundation bolt specifications and wind turbine torque ratings are commonly expressed in kN·m. One kN·m equals approximately 737.6 pound-feet.

Pound-foot (lb·ft) is the imperial unit of torque used primarily in the United States and UK for automotive engine specifications and mechanical fastener tightening. Car enthusiasts discuss engine output in lb·ft, and torque wrenches in the US are calibrated in this unit. One pound-foot equals approximately 1.356 newton-meters.